Description

1H-Indole-3-Acetic Acid, 4-Bromo-A-Oxo-, Methyl Ester is a specialized brominated indole derivative, a key synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. This compound matters for its role in constructing complex molecular architectures, particularly in pharmaceutical research and development. It is needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for synthesizing novel active compounds and exploring new chemical spaces.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting neurological and oncological pathways.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new plant growth regulators and herbicides due to its modified indole acetic acid core structure.
• Chemical Biology Probe: Acts as a precursor for labeled compounds or molecular probes used to study biological systems and enzyme functions.
• Material Science Research: Investigated as a monomer or precursor for specialty polymers and advanced organic electronic materials.
• Academic & Contract Research: Employed in university and CRO laboratories for methodological development and exploratory synthetic chemistry projects.

Basic Information

Product Name	1H-Indole-3-Acetic Acid, 4-Bromo-A-Oxo-, Methyl Ester
CAS No.	425640-16-0
Molecular Formula	C12H10BrNO3
Molecular Weight	296.12 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Bromo-1H-indole-3-acetic acid α-oxo-methyl ester; Methyl 2-(4-bromo-1H-indol-3-yl)-2-oxoacetate; 4-Bromoindole-3-glyoxylic acid methyl ester; 4-Bromo-3-indolylglyoxylic acid methyl ester; (4-Bromo-1H-indol-3-yl)-oxo-acetic acid methyl ester; Methyl (4-bromo-1H-indol-3-yl)glyoxylate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1H-Indole-3-Acetic Acid, 4-Bromo-A-Oxo-, Methyl Ester is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via NMR and IR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing batch-specific results are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.